IT Data Architect

Role Summary
This position is a senior-level IT Architect responsible for leading complex data architecture projects within an enterprise environment. The role involves designing, implementing, and managing large-scale data solutions that align with organizational strategies and security requirements. The ideal candidate will serve as a technical leader, collaborating with both technical teams and stakeholders to optimize data workflows and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide data architecture solutions, including data lakes, data warehouses, and cloud-based platforms.
• Develop and document current state context diagrams and data flow diagrams to understand existing data processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address data-related pain points, translating business needs into technical requirements.
• Define high-level data requirements and work with cross-functional teams to elicit detailed data specifications.
• Design target state data architecture aligned with enterprise data strategy, ensuring compliance with information security standards.
• Create and maintain data models, database schemas, and data integration workflows to support large data volumes.
• Oversee and optimize ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines for efficiency and scalability.
• Lead the integration of new data platforms and emerging technologies, ensuring smooth implementation and adoption.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to data engineers, analysts, and other team members.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and managing large-scale data architectures, including data lakes, warehouses, and cloud environments.
• Extensive experience with designing complex, cross-domain data models and integrating diverse data sources.
• Proven expertise in cloud data platforms, particularly AWS S3, Iceberg, and related AWS services.
• Experience with Snowflake and Databricks is advantageous.
• Demonstrated success in leading data architecture projects and collaborating with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence decision-making across organizational levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and guide team members on technical best practices.
• Availability to work on-site at the designated location.

Publishing Pay Range: $70.00 to $79.11 Hourly

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.